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15 Reasons I Loved the New “Faking It”

Posted on March 30, 2016 by judisunshine

1) Karma’s video out-Sparklesing Robin. 2) “I’ve never seen her walk this angry before.” ~ Amy 3) Lauren’s heels not sinking into the dirt, even though it’s warm enough to wear sundresses. 4) Redheaded BFF Karma referring to hamsters during … Continue reading →

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Intentionally Cheesy Movie Night 25: Sugar Daddies

Posted on December 13, 2015 by judisunshine

After really enjoying a bunch of Lifetime movies a few weeks ago, my luck on the DVR ran out and I hit a dry spell. But if any movie based on title alone was going to be awesome, “Sugar Daddies” … Continue reading →

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Back to NY, Day One — Nanny & Pop-Pop’s House

Posted on December 12, 2015 by judisunshine

My third trip back to New York was for my best friend’s wedding. Shannon and I met in sixth grade, became friends in seventh grade, and BFFs in eighth. So it’s been nearly 30 years. We went through junior and … Continue reading →

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Vanderpump Rules: S4, Ep3: Pretty Little Lies

Posted on November 17, 2015 by judisunshine

Lisa, Katie, Scheana, and Kristina shop at Ixia. Lisa laments being too old for a certain dress even though she always looks stunning, tells Scheana in a polka-dotted red dress that she looks like Minnie Mouse, and then scolds Scheana … Continue reading →

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In His Space, With His Things

Posted on November 2, 2015 by judisunshine

It’s been nearly 24 years since we said goodbye to my Pop-Pop. “He really was my hero,” my Nanny sobbed, as we rested next to his place of rest. 23 years later, we laid her next to him. One year … Continue reading →

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Avocado-Slicing Wisdom, At 40

Posted on September 20, 2015 by judisunshine

At 29, I got sort-of stood up; a guy I was talking to on (AGE ALERT!) Myspace and AIM wasn’t feeling well on the night we were supposed to go to dinner. When we eventually did go out, it was after … Continue reading →

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Imagining Imogen

Posted on September 17, 2015 by judisunshine

You may never have or hold a child You will learn to lose everything We are temporary arrangements ~ Alanis When I was 16, I had so many names, for all of the seven children that I was definitely going … Continue reading →

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Vanderpump Rules: S1, Ep6: Caught With Your Trousers Down

Posted on July 19, 2015 by judisunshine

As I just started watching “Vanderpump Rules” this past season (three), there is a Lot To Learn, regarding backstory to which I simply don’t have current access. So while I’ve seen the three Season One eps that are preciously hoarded on … Continue reading →

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5 Reasons to Watch “Faking It”

Posted on June 19, 2015 by judisunshine

1. The Cast I don’t think I’ve ever written a 5 Reasons blog that didn’t have the cast first, and that is because casting is everything to me. You could show me the most brilliant piece of cinematic art ever … Continue reading →

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Intentionally Cheesy Movie Night 24: Switchblade Sisters

Posted on May 31, 2015 by judisunshine

“Switchblade Sisters” is “A ROLLING THUNDER PICTURE.” It opens with purple text over pictures from my childhood and The Beatles’ “Help!” A lady sings about a “Blackhearted woman” as Pre-Molly Ringwald does “stage business” at a vanity, then puts on a hoodie. A … Continue reading →

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